*Ryder*
“Are you okay?” I ask Aria as we get ready for bed. “I do not want you to worry; I will keep you safe.”
She steps into my arms, and I hug her close. “I am. But are you okay?”
"I am, but it was not how I imagined tonight," I mumble.
She chuckles into my neck, asking, "How did you imagine it?"
"You, underneath me, pulling my hair that way, you know," I admit with a sly smile.
She looks up, and our eyes lock, making us both smile. She smooths back my mussed-up hair and grins. "Well... That could still happen... as long as you lock the door."
My eyes widen, and I can't help but smirk as I lift her, making her fold her legs around me. "What the lady wants... the lady gets." I make sure I've got a good grip on her thighs and carry her to bed, setting her gently down
